Final - Galle Gladiators vs Jaffna Kings Preview & Prediction
THE FACTS
When is Galle Gladiators vs Jaffna Kings taking place? Galle Gladiators vs Jaffna Kings will take place on Thursday 23rd December, 2021 at 14:00 (UK)
Where is Galle Gladiators vs Jaffna Kings taking place? Galle Gladiators vs Jaffna Kings will take place at MRIC Stadium in Hambantota, Sri Lanka
What is the expected weather for Galle Gladiators vs Jaffna Kings? 26-27c with a chance of thundery showers and light winds
Where can I get tickets for Galle Gladiators vs Jaffna Kings? Click here for the latest ticket information for Galle Gladiators vs Jaffna Kings
What TV channel is Galle Gladiators vs Jaffna Kings on in the UK? Galle Gladiators vs Jaffna Kings will be televised live on FreeSports
Where can I stream Galle Gladiators vs Jaffna Kings? Premier Sport subscribers can stream Galle Gladiators vs Jaffna Kings live on Premier Player
THE PREDICTION
Jaffna Kings made it through the second qualifier to join Galle Gladiators in the Lanka Premier League final, but in order to lift the trophy they’ll have to defeat the side who have beaten them the last two times that they have locked horns. When the two teams clashed in the first qualifier, it was Galle Gladiators’ opening pair of Kusal Mendis and Danushka Gunathilaka who did the majority of damage with the bat and their wickets will be crucial for the Kings. However, momentum can be such a huge factor in T20 cricket and Jaffna Kings coming into this match on the back of having racked up 210 runs against Dambullah Giants batting first will have done wonders for the confidence of their batting unit. There is also a risk that the momentum of Galle Gladiators may have been stunted with them having to wait four days for this final, which could affect them particularly early on in the final. Therefore, whilst this contest may well go down to the final few deliveries, back the original league winners Jaffna Kings to ultimately emerge triumphant for the second successive time against Galle Gladiators in the Lanka Premier League final, thus retaining their title.
